Karen Jordan
Jordan previously served as weekend anchor and general assignment reporter at WPHL-TV in Philadelphia, Pa., where she worked from 2000-03. In addition to anchoring the station's weekend newscast, she served as the primary fill-in for WPHL's weekday anchor and covered breaking news and local stories.
From 1999-2000, Jordan served as a main anchor and reporter at WRGT-TV in Dayton, Ohio. She also worked as a weekend anchor and general assignment reporter for WKEF-TV in Dayton (1997-99).
Jordan began her career in Rockford, Ill., as a general assignment reporter for WIFR-TV (1995-97). She also gained early experience at WMAQ-AM in Chicago, where she worked through the Medill News Service as a radio reporter (1995).
Jordan has been recognized for excellence throughout her career. Most recently, she was named a 2003 Rising Star by Today's Chicago Woman. She was honored with the YMCA Black Achiever Award in 2000 and received the Bethune Recognition for women in the media from the National Council of Negro Women in 1999. She is also a member of the National Association of Black Journalists.
Jordan graduated from Spelman College in Atlanta, Ga., with a B.A. degree in English in 1994. She earned a Master's Degree in Broadcast Journalism from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism in 1995.
Born in Nashville, Tenn., Jordan is married to broadcast journalist Christian Farr. Her father, Robert Jordan, is a long-time anchor and reporter at WGN-TV in Chicago.
Karen's Stories
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Body of Hazel Crest native, army specialist Henry Mayfield returns home
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Evanston family calls for renewed support 10 years after devastating earthquake in Haiti
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Evanston organization uses art to help people overcome health challenges
There's an organization in Evanston that helps people overcome health challenges with the power of art.
2 young boys who lost father to gun violence get Christmas surprise in Calumet Park
Santa and his elves made a surprise visit to a Calumet Park house, bringing Christmas cheer and presents for two young boys who lost their father three months ago.
Chicago Park District salt truck slides into Lake Michigan near Oak Street Beach
A Chicago Park District salt truck slid into Lake Michigan near Oak Street Beach Wednesday morning.
Annual Operation Hope event gives away 2.5K meals in Englewood
The line was already around the block before the doors to BJ's Market and Bakery opened, people taking up the offer of a free meal from the Englewood restaurant.
'World's Big Sleep Out' at DePaul University brings attention to homelessness around the world
People in 50 cities around the world, including Chicago, are choosing to sleep outdoors Saturday night. Their goal is to bring attention to all of those who don't have a safe place to call home.
